Tag: inflation

New Law Ensures Military Life Insurance Adjusts for Inflation

The Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act ensures military life insurance benefits are updated for inflation every five years, securing financial protection for servicemembers and veterans.

US Economic Outlook 2026: Growth Expected, Recession Risk Moderate

US economic forecasts for 2026 predict moderate GDP growth with moderate recession risks, influenced by fiscal stimulus, tariff policies, and labor market dynamics.

Social Security COLAs Understate Inflation Impact on Retirees' Income

Social Security COLAs are lagging behind actual inflation experienced by retirees, reducing benefit buying power. Annuities offer a potential solution for stable retirement income.

Rising Inflation Challenges Working-Class Affordability in Key Sectors

Rising inflation is creating affordability challenges for working-class Americans in housing, healthcare, auto insurance, and education, impacting insurance markets and consumer financial stability.

Effective Strategies to Reduce Grocery Costs Amid Inflation

Learn smart grocery shopping strategies to reduce your bill during inflation, including bulk buying, budgeting apps, and store loyalty programs.

Florida CFO Claims $344M Waste in Palm Beach County Budget Challenged by Officials

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia alleges $344M waste in Palm Beach County budget, but officials dispute methodology and potential service cuts amid inflation and tax reform debates.

2025 U.S. Affordability Challenges Impact Insurance and Housing Markets

Explore how rising costs in housing, insurance, and everyday goods are reshaping the U.S. affordability landscape in 2025, affecting market dynamics and regulatory priorities.

U.S. Treasury Projects 3% GDP Growth in 2025 Amid Inflation and Policy Challenges

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent forecasts steady 3% GDP growth for the U.S. in 2025 amid inflation volatility and policy-driven economic shifts, outlining key implications for the insurance market.

Nationwide Survey Reveals Retirement Expense Expectations vs. Reality

Nationwide's survey shows retirees often spend as much or more than while working, driven by underestimated healthcare, housing, and lifestyle costs, highlighting the need for realistic retirement financial planning.

Expanding the View of Affordability Beyond Inflation and Income Metrics

Explore how traditional economic metrics understate affordability challenges by excluding borrowing costs, hiring trends, and perceptions of fairness impacting Americans' economic satisfaction post-2021 inflation surge.